Liaison with: Art and Culture Center of Hollywood (ACCH) administrators and staff, students, parents, teachers, artists, the general public and other organizations.

Reports to: Director of Education

Primary Function: Coordinates education programming. This programming includes classes, after school programs, school partnerships, spring and summer camps, workshops, community events and other special projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and supervise comprehensive education programs. This work includes the development of integrated programs and curriculum between and across departments.

Responsible for teaching some programs.

Develop, implement, and coordinate programming including workshops, classes, and special projects.

Coordinate registration for all classes and special programs. Keep thorough records of registration using Excel.

Create and supervise the implementation of lesson plans for programming. Connect all curriculum to Sunshine State Standards.

Work with the ACCH management team to develop new and expand existing programs.

Work with grant writing staff and Director of Education to provide ideas, scheduling, curriculum, and supplemental materials for funding opportunities.

Work with PR department to promote education programs and services. Contact schools, families, and communities to promote existing and upcoming programs.

Review and approve all written materials (press releases) relative to educational programming.

Communicate with parents, schools, and the community about current and up coming educational opportunities and programs.

Monitor and purchase supplies required to implement programs.

Create and implement other educational opportunities that help support the mission of the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood.

Serve as a liaison for the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood at necessary meetings and public forums.

Provide weekly reports regarding the status and accomplishments of programs.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Candidate Requirements:Candidate must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education or other related field and a minimum of three years experience working with arts education and curriculum writing. Teaching experience is required. Experience in more than one arts discipline and supervision of teachers is desired. The candidate will work directly with children and families, so a strong sense of initiative, commitment, responsibility, and dependability is required. The candidate should work well as part of a team and also be self-directed. Exceptional problem solving and diplomacy skills required. Excellent organizational and administrative skills as well as an ability to work well with the public, is necessary. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel as well as Windows 2000 or XP. Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.

Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Charter on the Beach is a middle school in Miami Beach, founded by my dear friend, Gladys Palacio. This school opened it's doors this year to 56 students and continues to grow with new enrollments for next year.

The unique middle school is need of financial help immediately to continue operations.

Without this help, they face losing their lease and the students will be transferred to other, more crowded and dangerous schools in the community. The students and teachers have formed a bond and become 'like family.'

I have created a cause on FaceBook that you can join and donate money directly to the school because I beleive we can raise funds and awareness relatively quickly this way by spreading the word and inviting others to do the same! Follow the link below to join and or donate:

We are currently in a contest to win $1000 if we have the most unique donors in the next 20 hours or we can win $50,000 by having the most donors by Feb. 1!

If you do not have a FaceBook account and want to help, please take a moment to create one. It's a great way to keep in touch with friends and do good! Let's create miracles for these students and for Gladys and all of her tireless efforts over the past few years! She could use some good news!

If you cannot donate, please spread the word and forward this message.

Sunday, December 23, 2007

Company: DHL Global Mail Job Title: Pricing Specialist - International Description: SUMMARY: Support the development of pricing proposals for DHLGM’s International customers including most strategic customers. Work directly with Sales Management and Directors in developing pricing which references both the cost of providing the service and current competitive conditions. Provide key analytical support to the International Pricing Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Create account specific pricing proposals, for both new quotes and exemption pricing, estimating revenue and profitability. Recommend alternative pricing tactics on an account level. 2. Provide input to the international pricing strategy as well as the policy for all value added services, fulfillment fees and other surcharges. 3. Analyze and provide recommendations for top account annual price increases, ensuring maximum company profitability and customer loyalty. 4. Ensure the pricing tools are regularly updated with the latest costs and desired margins by maintaining a close communication with Operations and Network. 5. Audit accounts by analyzing overall yield performance and identify changes in mailing patterns and quantifying impacts on account profitability. 6. Solicit input and consensus from Operations and other departments regarding costs in order to maintain the pricing tools on an ongoing basis to reflect all relevant costs accurately. 7. Assist the Pricing Manager with 60 day Post Implementation account audits and provide feedback to sales team on accounts that are not performing according to the expectations in the original model 8. Assist the Pricing Manager on a continuous review of account shipping profiles, and take required actions to secure customer profitability. 9. Identify root causes for credit requests that fall under Commercial responsibility, through researching the commercial files. Ensure all correct information for the credit is available for loading into the billing system (SAP) 10. Present analysis and recommendations to Management, ultimately affecting the pricing proposed to DHL’s customers. 11. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Economics with 3 to 5 years of experience in pricing, financial planning and analysis, forecasting, statistical analysis or related experience. Advance degree is desirable with 1 to 2 yeas of experience 2. Possess working knowledge of PC, database, spreadsheets, word processing and presentation graphics applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint. 3. Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly, in writing and orally, both in one-on-one and in group presentation situations and be able to interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management. 4. Proficient in identifying and solving problems, and utilizing analytics and modeling techniques.

Join Miami Dolphins' Defensive Tackle Vonnie Holliday for an exclusive Celebrity Bowling Tournament to benefit Reach for the Stars Foundation. Open to only 100 guests, the event includes non-stop food and drinks and a chance to bowl with an NFL football player. Your general ticket ($125) covers food and drinks as spectators. For $250, you play in the tournament, have access to the VIP lounge area and are promoted on the overhead projectors throughout the night. For an extra $100, a "thank my lucky stars" donation, you receive a vintage bowling shirt signed by Vonnie. Reach for the Stars Foundation is dedicated to helping those afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis and their families.

Tour the elegant and historic houses at The Deering Estate as they come alive with holiday accents and decorations. The holiday decorating effort is an annual tradition and the special project of the District XII Garden Clubs, the UF Miami-Dade Extension, the FAFCS District and the International Ikebana Society. Hundreds of yards of ribbon and garland, handmade wreaths and thousands of handmade ornaments have been used to decorate the Richmond Cottage and Stone House. You can explore on your own or take a guided tour held daily at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Between the meetings, the cats, the parties, the gym, the conference in London, and that dentist appointment you’ve been putting off (and off and OFF), it’s amazing you can even find time to read this, Diva! And now that the season of giving is upon us, we don’t foresee your schedule getting clearer anytime soon. The good news is that there are people out there who feel your plight… so, this holiday season, if you find yourself in a time crunch, call in a pro to lighten your load.

No Time to Pack? Let Garde Robe do it for you. Each item you leave in Garde Robe’s care is professionally cleaned, and then stored in a climate-controlled, air-purified loft. Additionally, your items are photographed and catalogued on a Cyber Closet that is fully accessible to you from any computer. Simply choose which items you would like to take with you from your Cyber Closet and Garde Robe will pack them up on your behalf and ship them off to your final destination. Now THAT’S low-stress packing. Plus, you’ll bypass the dreaded airport baggage carousels, as Garde Robe will have already delivered your clothing to your hotel room in ready-to-wear condition. At the end of your trip, the items you’d like to return to storage are retrieved, cleaned, and returned to Garde Robe’s loft.

No time to buy gifts? Offering a wide variety of gifts including champagne-, holiday- and spa-themed gift baskets, along with other unique items like personalized wines, Well Wishers International delivers elegant, abundant and fresh gift baskets to homes and businesses in almost every city in the world. With Well Wishers International’s unique gift concierge service, you’ll work with their resident gift expert to create a custom designed gift basket. Is your giftee on a holiday vacay on a cruise ship or in a hotel room? No worries, Well Wishers Int’l delivers there too.

No time to primp and pamper? Book an In Home Spa Party for you and a few of your Diva pals. Licensed technicians from your favorite local spas will come to your casa for a little in-home pampering with services including facials, massages, mani’s and pedi’s.

Get your tickets now for the Saturday, Feb 9 performance at 8pm. They are only $25, and includes after party at Rok Bar with open bar, food ,etc. Plus this performance is going to be AMAZING and the dancers stay for the after party.

I got my tickets today for Abdul and I and they will sell out. This series is performed here in our studios [22nd & Collins] and is intended for the 20-30 something crowd and is super fun.

Trust me and buy your tickets today. You can thank me in February! R

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MCB dancers and advanced school students are trading in their ballet slippers for jazz shoes, undoing those tight hair buns, letting it all down, and dancing to a different groove during the next Open Barre program.

Be the first to see our world-class dancers and students perform in this hot new contemporary jazz piece called Lounge 2200, set to the sexy and soulful music of the 50s and 60s.

THREE SHOWS ONLY with limited seating -- don't miss it!Tickets are just $25. Order tickets online or call our Box Office at (305) 929-7010 or (877) 929-7010 toll free.

This Open Barre presentation is part of our Dancer's Journal program on Miami Beach.

Miami City Ballet's 2007-2008 Open Barre Dance Series is sponsored by Artecity and Talula Restaurant and Bar.

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Pop icon Davy Jones of The Monkees stars in this holiday season's hilarious musical extravaganza Aladdin, presented by Jude Parry's acclaimed Gold Coast Theatre Company. Performed in the classic British Panto style, the Theater Company offers a comedic, over-the-top fairytale, packed with slapstick, topical gags and audience participation. The entire family will enjoy the magical tale filled with danger, greed, honesty and romance, a despicable villain, a charming prince and a beautiful princess. Performances are at 3 and 7 p.m., and tickets are $15. The production moves to the Colony Theatre on Miami Beach on Sunday, December 30, for performances at 3 and 7 p.m. Pictured: Royal handmaiden Aminah (Monica Hertzbach) watches in astonishment as the Good Fairy (Jude Parry) conjures Davy Jones out of thin air just in time to play the role of Aladdin in this year's British 'Panto' show!

See this lavish family-oriented production with music, song, dance and acrobatics that has for centuries inspired the proud and extraordinary culture of the Chinese people. With an international company of 60+ performers, the lavish production numbers, colorful sets, dazzling costumes, brilliant choreography, and booming Tang Dynasty drums will reveal the fascinating lifestyle and legendary elegance of the traditional China of yesterday coupled with the contemporary influence of today's Western world. Tickets for Holiday Wonders range from $25 to $85.

Begin your New Year's celebration early with Jazz at MOCA featuring steel drum artist Doug Walker, a Miami Beach native, whose sound combines jazz, salsa, reggae and R&B. Walker's inimitable style and artistry creates a new sound on the steel drums, and his special technique results in a fuller sound and harmony. His latest CD, Jazz Pan, is a collection of hard-hitting fresh compositions in the vein of "Steps Ahead" and "Chick Corea." MOCA galleries will be open from 7 to 10 p.m. you can tour the extraordinary exhibition, Jorge Pardo: House, which features over 60 works presented as actual rooms of a house. Free and open to the public, Jazz at MOCA is sponsored by Starbuck Coffee Company and the City of North Miami.

The nationally renowned Wylliams/Henry Danse Theatre of Kansas City (pictured) performs at OceanDance to close out the year 2007. This 10-member, multi-cultural ensemble is known for its bold and athletic style that is hailed by critics as "captivating, exciting and powerful." OceanDance is presented by the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood and sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency. The free performances, followed by a laser light show, are Sunday at 8 and Monday at 9:30 p.m. Limited VIP packages are available for both nights offering preferred seating and on New Year's Eve favors and champagne. Call for more information.

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World Class BashRainDance Miami at Spiegelworld in the Salon Perdu Spiegeltent

Global RainDance, the New York City based social network whose parties and events raise money for people in need, is bringing its booty-shaking brand of social responsibility to Miami Beach for a one-of-a-kind New Year’s Eve event at the historic Salon Perdu Spiegeltent.

Global RainDance will host at Spiegelworld, presented by the The Raleigh Hotel, a series of dance parties over a nine-week period in Miami Beach at the extravagant Spiegeltent. The piece de resistance of the tent’s Miami Beach engagement will be on New Year’s Eve when Paris born DJ Sid ‘L Vaga will spin Afro-Brazilian house music along side aerialists, live percussionists and burlesque dancers for revelers who secure the limited tickets, which are on sale now for only $80 at www.globalraindance.org.

“We’re creating a dynamic online community to mobilize the hip urban dwellers,” explains Roland Peralta, founder of Global RainDance. “Leveraging the power-to-connect, RainDance Miami brings together the vibrant international and tuned-in professionals who are hip to global issues and local happenings.”

The Spiegeltent’s romantic gilt design creates a mood of 1920’s glamour and decadence wherever it calls home. The first Spiegeltent was built in the early 1900’s in Belgium and for fifty years was a staple for dancing and live entertainment across Europe. Since the 1970’s Spiegeltents have been traveling the world, providing a sexy alternative to the typical nightclub. Spiegelworld recently spent the summer at New York’s Pier 17 Fulton Fish Market where the adult cabaret Absinthe delighted audiences and where RainDanceNYC presented more than 50 of the best underground house music DJ’s under the Brooklyn Bridge.

Spiegelworld will be located at Collins Park in South Beach, 21st St and Collins Ave, from December 20 through February 17. But December 31st will be the highlight of the Speigelworld experience with Peralta promising “a deep, sexy, soulful, uplifting, high energy and captivating vibe for the more sophisticated world traveler and soulful local in dire need of a change of scenery!” Expect tickets to sell out. Venue capacity is estimated at 1,500 guests.

For more information go to: www.globalraindance.org and www.spiegelworld.com.

The Annual "Eve Party", December 24, 2007, at the Catalina Hotel and Beach Club (3 Hotels and rooftop). There will be a premium open bar until 2 pm. You can purchase tickets in advance for $40.00 at www.wanttickets/idf. The invite is below.

Also, join us for our annual New Year's party at the Raleigh Hotel. Check out the invite at www.raleighhotel.com/new-years-miami-blank.html. If you are interested in purchasing tickets, please let us know by sending an email to rsvp@ajaxent.com

You are also invited this Saturday night, December 22, 2007, to Social Miami at Sagamore Hotel for its Holiday cocktail party. You must rsvp to socialmiamirsvp@chinagrillmgt.com

Also, check out www.recovermydeposit.com if you are having issues with cancelling a condominium contract and recovering you escrow deposit.

Sat. December 22nd, 2007 3-7pmLavish 3433 Main Hwy Coconut GroveGet Art of shade's one of a kind dresses perfect for new years at designer direct prices and also receive 25% off all other items in the store during the trunk show. Champagne, wine and tea sandwichesRSVP to LGfabs@aol.com or call 305-446-0277

YOU ARE INVITED TO AN AWESOME CHRISTMAS EVE GATHERING ON THE BEACH IN FT. LAUDERDALE!

Come spend a few relaxing hours on Christmas Eve with some amazing people. We will be meeting at AIA and Sunrise Blvd. on the beach. You can bring food, drink, music and anything else you can think of to have a relaxing, peaceful time near the beautiful waters of South Florida. We will be meeting at 5pm and go until we are gone.

If you have any questions, you can email Catherine Macaskill Hope to see you all there and you are welcome to RSVP

Much Peace and love as well as the best holiday ever to you and yours!

Please accept this invitation to join Gilt Groupe. They have the coolest on line private auctions selling items from known and up and coming designers like Judith Ripka, Kiwat and Loreli. The feature everything from jewels to clothes and handbags. The company has been very successful in Europe and the concept has just crossed the waters. You have to be a member to get on the web site, it costs nothing, but you must be invited by a member to join. I have been very happy with the very discounted purchases I've made on this site and wanted to share it with everyone. Happy holidays!

We would like to invite you to join Gilt Groupe, a private online community dedicated to providing its members with access to coveted fashion and luxury lifestyle brands at sample sale prices. Membership is by invitation only, and there is no fee associated with joining Gilt Groupe.

Each event is designer specific and held over a one-day period. Gilt Groupe hand selects both established and up and coming designers relevant to our membership base.

To accept this invitation, please select or cut and paste the following link:

Okay- I've made it easy as possible for you.. your last-minute-gifts answer is right here! Give the gift of massage- simply download the attached file, print it up & put it in an envelope or a nice card and voila! you've a thoughtful gift everyone is thrilled to receive!Don't have a printer? Tell me & I'll get you as many as you like!

Friday, December 21, 2007

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Monday, December 17, 2007

Boutique Hospitality PR Firm Seeks InternA Miami Beach public relations firm specializing in restaurants, hotels and events is offering a 2008 internship. This position offers a chance to work with high profile clients and events and earn important hands-on experience.Candidate must have a focus in public relations, have a knack for writing, enjoy reading, and be detail oriented.Please send cover letter with resume.

The holidays are over, the bank account is filling back up and it's time for a break from working crazy long hours playing catch up from your break.....what to do, what to do!?!? Please join OWW at our 3rd Happy Hour upstairs at Tarpon Bend in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Mingle with women JUST like you. Pass out your card. Drink some drinks and eat some appetizers and maybe even have a nice laugh!!! The ONLY prerequisite is that you ONLY invite women..but bring your friends, colleagues, relatives, whatever...and we hope to see you there!!! Be safe everyone and I look forward to the next OWW event!For those that have never been to Tarpon Bend, there is a parking garage across the street and across the tracks. It's $2 for the first hour and $1 every hour after. Also for those that aren't in the KNOW, we now have a myspace to keep everyone updated on all that is OWW. www.myspace.com/outstandingworkingwomen - JOIN if you haven't already!

IMPORTANT: Register first via this LINK TO EUROCIRCLE RSVP then immediately call George's (305) 864-5586 to organize for your prepayment directly with the restaurant.We must have a good idea how many are coming in order to have plenty of food available!

Friends, Thanks to all who attended DawnTown and made it possible! Ricky Burdetthighlighted global examples of 21st century urban planning (or lackthereof), and Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, Commissioner Sanchez, Mayor Diaz,Lizz Plater-Zyberk, Neisen Kasdin, and Andres Viglucci shared theirthoughts on the future of Downtown Miami. If you missed this superb event, check out stunning video by PBS of thesymposium and breakfast before:http://uvu.channel2.org/PublicSite/Results.aspx?search=dawntown DawnTown was mentioned in the Financial Times, Interior Design Magazine,and the Miami New Times, see attached, as well as many other finepublications. Please contact me if you would like to sponsor our nextinnovative architecture and progressive urbanism event(s). Hopefully itwill be a series tying together the US Conference of Mayors, the ULIFall Meeting, and Art Basel, all in Miami in 2008. Thanks also to the City of Miami Commissioners who yesterday approved amassive Downtown infrastructure package. This City changes before oureyes! All the best, Andrewdawntown.org

Friends, Thanks to all who attended DawnTown and made it possible! Ricky Burdetthighlighted global examples of 21st century urban planning (or lackthereof), and Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, Commissioner Sanchez, Mayor Diaz,Lizz Plater-Zyberk, Neisen Kasdin, and Andres Viglucci shared theirthoughts on the future of Downtown Miami. If you missed this superb event, check out stunning video by PBS of thesymposium and breakfast before:http://uvu.channel2.org/PublicSite/Results.aspx?search=dawntown DawnTown was mentioned in the Financial Times, Interior Design Magazine,and the Miami New Times, see attached, as well as many other finepublications. Please contact me if you would like to sponsor our nextinnovative architecture and progressive urbanism event(s). Hopefully itwill be a series tying together the US Conference of Mayors, the ULIFall Meeting, and Art Basel, all in Miami in 2008. Thanks also to the City of Miami Commissioners who yesterday approved amassive Downtown infrastructure package. This City changes before oureyes! All the best, Andrewdawntown.org

Company: Univision Communications Inc. ("Univision") is the leading Spanish-language media company in the United States. Our portfolio includes Television, Radio, and Internet offerings that entertain and inform more Hispanics than any other media company in the country. Our television operations include the Univision Network, TeleFutura Network, and Galavisión. Univision also owns and operates Univision Radio and Univision Online. Univision is headquartered in New York, with network operations in Miami and television stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States.

The Position:Univision is seeking an experienced business development professional to lead this new area for the company. The successful candidate will have an established record of success in increasingly responsible strategic, relationship-driven and results-oriented posts.

This individual will develop business development plans for the company, focusing on dramatic revenue growth via new initiatives leveraging Univision’s capabilities and brand. The candidate will be passionate about turning strategic plans into practical business opportunities resulting in revenue and will have business relationships that are directly leverage-able.

Specifically, the ideal candidate will be:o A mature, savvy media professional with 7+ years of related experience, including deep internet experience.

o Comfortable with high level strategic planning, business development, and operational execution.

o Adept at managing up and laterally (extensive daily discussions and collaborative efforts with other senior staff ensuring that plans mesh with the needs of applicable departments).

o An aggressive self-starter comfortable in a fast-paced environment with limited resources; flexible and able to handle multiple competing priorities.

o A strong creative thinker and communicator; well organized, disciplined and detail-oriented.

o Spanish proficiency a plus.

Responsibilities:o Develop and execute strategic plans to access new revenue streams in conjunction with manager.

If you are ready to venture back out this weekend, join this Saturday, December 15th at the 10 Year Anniversary Party for Florida International Mag held in a private airplane hangar benefiting Children's Trust. To purchase ticket go to www.floridainternationalmag.com or call 305-373-3700, price: $75 in advance, $100 at door. * Hope guests receive special offer: buy 2 tickets, get 2 free

Join other young professionals who support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and are interested in making a mark in the community. The Miami Chapter of Friends of St. Jude, a group of young professionals ages 22 to 40, is hosting a get together for hors d'oeuvres, compliments of Grimpa, and free Caipirinhas and beer. Meet and network with others who are seeking a social outlet and volunteer opportunities to help fight childhood cancer. A drawing will be held for one lucky guest to win a one-year executive membership at the Sports Club LA, valued at $3,580. Must be present to win! Membership in the organization is $25 for the year. RSVP today!

The Buoniconti Fund and Jim Dunn, Founder of Prime Blue Grille, are hosting an event with some of your favorite '72 Dolphin Legends in honor of the anniversary of the 1972 Undefeated Dolphins and Marc Buoniconti. Complimentary cocktails and fine fare at downtown Miami's newest waterfront restaurant. RSVP by December 6 please.

Miami MetroZoo is offering a special treat for their members. Jump aboard the zoo tram and greet the animals as they first come out for their morning stretch. The zoo opens early for this special animal encounter, continental breakfast and more! Membership begins at $59 for a dual membership and $99 for a family membership. It's a great way to say Happy Holidays to friends! Join now and enjoy a fun morning at the zoo - admission is just $6.

Miami MetroZoo12400 S.W. 152nd Street, Miami305-255-5551

Nutcracker Holiday Brunch & Performance

Saturday, December 15 at 11 a.m.

Join Miami City Ballet's new "Nutcracker Family" for an elegant brunch just in time to attend the 2 p.m. performance at Carnival Center for the Performing Arts. A holiday favorite, Miami City Ballet's spectacular production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker, is a treat for the whole family! Enjoy a cast of over 100 dancers, incredible sets and costumes and the magical music of Tchaikovsky. See talented kids from Miami City Ballet School dancing alongside the Company's internationally acclaimed dancers. Performances are Friday (12/14) at 7:30, and Saturday and Sunday (12/15-16) at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the performance only range from $19.75 to $63. Brunch and performance cost from $65 to $125. The brunch was arranged by Lourdes Castillo de la Pena, Giovanna D'Agostini, Marina Figeroa, Maite Koffler, Rosemery Medina, Sandra Morales, Monica Nishi, Beatrice Rabassa, Rebecca Rodriquez and Rona Witek, a group organized to raise funds for MCB School's Student Scholarship Fund.

The Winterfest Boat Parade with Grand Marshal Lorraine Bracco inaugurates its new parade route beginning at the Broward Center on the New River at 6:30 p.m. The Parade route continues East to the Intracoastal Waterway and then North along the original route to Lake Santa Barbara. This year's theme is "Magical Movie Moments." More than 100 boats will participate, and judging will be at the host hotel, The Riverside Hotel. Best seats on land to view the parade are inside Birch State Park at Sunrise Boulevard and the Intracoastal. Gates open at 3 p.m., and all seats are assigned and reserved. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for kids 10 and younger.

Beginning at the New River to Lake Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale954-767-0686

NIDEA! Stand Up Comedy of Julian Arango

Saturday, December 15 at 8 p.m.

Conexion Colombia and Give to Colombia have joined forces to help 1,500 of the poorest of Colombian children to have a happy holiday this year. Colombian actor Julian Arango is an incredible success in his native country. He is donating his time and talent to help raise funds for this joint effort. Tickets are $40 for general admission and $60 for VIP seating. Can't attend? Give a call and donate to the cause!

Teatro Riviera1560 S. Dixie Highway, Coral Gables786-378-0518

Deering Estate's Holiday Wonderland

Through December

Tour the elegant and historic houses at The Deering Estate as they come alive with holiday accents and decorations. The holiday decorating effort is an annual tradition and the special project of the District XII Garden Clubs, the UF Miami-Dade Extension, the FAFCS District and the International Ikebana Society. Hundreds of yards of ribbon and garland, handmade wreaths and thousands of handmade ornaments have been used to decorate the Richmond Cottage and Stone House. You can explore on your own or take a guided tour held daily at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.

We just had our Administrative Assistant resign in the middle of holiday hell. We are looking for someone to do some temp work over the next few weeks. It is pretty straight-forward tasks (i.e. answering phones, data entry, managing mail). Proficiency on the computer and working with Excel and Microsoft word is a must.

If you know anyone interested in temping and making some extra money, please let me know ASAP. We are looking for 25-30 hours a week time commitment of $12 an hour. The office is located on 120th and Biscayne.

President Bush won't be joining the world leaders gathered in Bali this week for the most important UN climate conference ever. But Al Gore will.

Al Gore just accepted the Nobel Peace Prize. Now he's heading straight to the Bali conference to call for a visionary global treaty to stop climate change. With the world watching, he'll bring our petition signatures onto the stage to show the world where Americans stand.

Can you join me by clicking here?

http://pol.moveon.org/standwithal/?r_by=11782-453242-leZ.Rr&rc=paste

Check out the video of Al Gore's inspiring Nobel prize speech after you sign the petition.

We are opening the doors to friends and family on this once a year Special Event, to bring you our very best collections at wholesale prices.

Usually we have our products in stores like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Fred Segal, Everything but Water... but now it's all available to you directly from us!Swimwear from ANK and Agua de CocoAccessories from Accessories&Beyond's

The Bazaar will go on from Dec. 13-15 (Thur-Sat), from 12pm-6pm on Thursday and Friday and from 12pm-5pm on Saturday...

Dorothea and I are inviting you to our house to attend an “Intimate Dinner Party” with President Bill Clinton, benefiting Hillary Clinton’s campaign (see invitation attached). It will be next Saturday, December 15th, at 8:00p at 36 La Gorce Circle, Miami Beach.

In order to make it an intimate event where everybody can enjoy the company of President Clinton and take pictures with him, guests will be limited. Please let us know ASAP if you are planning to attend.

The Nutcracker presented by Miami City Ballet at Carnival Center for the Performing Arts December 14-16. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™ is a magical Holiday treat for young and old alike! Miami City Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker is a lavish spectacle of beautiful sets and costumes, special effects, glorious music and spirited dancing. Tickets start at just $19.75.Call the MCB Box Office at (305) 929-7010 to or click here for more information.

CALLING ALL COMICS!The SOUTH BEACH COMEDY FESTIVAL's comedian search has become a breeding ground for new talent and for some lucky comic, an excellent opportunity to be launched into comedic stardom. Previous winners include Malik Sanon and Flip Schultz, both of whom have gone on to appear on COMEDY CENTRAL's multi-platform series "Live At Gotham".

South Beach Comedy Festival - Get ready for the third annual South Beach Comedy Festival! Don't miss your favorite comedians, plus plenty of local talent on the South Beach stages. Mark your calendars for 4 days of laughs: January 16 - January 19 at the Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theatre, Lincoln Theatre, and Colony Theatre! Here's the line-up:

We have teamed up with Beatport.com, the recognized leader in electronic music downloads, to give you 10 Free Downloads. Click on the image to download your 10 free songs or click here!

on't miss South Florida's NEW Music Blog! Updated weekly, we post blogs on all types of music and you can comment about them. Learn as much as you can about what's out there in the music industry! Click here to read up on Crossfade!

Shine Presents Mark Farina

Enter to win VIP for 4 and a complimentary bottle at Shine. DJ Mark Farina heats up the Miami Night at Shine, located at 1801 Collins Ave, South Beach.

Win Tickets to the third annual South Beach Comedy Festival! Don't miss your favorite comedians, plus plenty of local talent on the South Beach stages. Mark your calendars for 4 days of laughs: January 16 - January 19 at the Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theatre, Lincoln Theatre, and Colony Theatre! Enter Now!

Win Free tickets to Atonement. A British romance that spans several decades. Fledgling writer Briony Tallis, as a 13-year-old, irrevocably changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he did not commit. Written by Focus Features.

Win a $20 gift certificate to Lost Weekend. With darts, drinks, Foosball and Nightly Happy Hour special. Lost Weekend is the place to be. Located at 218 Espanola Way in Miami Beach. Must be 21 to enter.

Thursday, December 13, 2007

Win a pair of tickets before you can buy them to see Kathy Griffin LIVE at the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theatre! Second show just added due to popular demand! Kathy Griffin performs January 16 at 10:30pm!

Register right now to win tickets from your friends at New Times!

Don't want to miss it? Buy your tickets now through Ticketmaster! On sale this Friday 12/14 at 5pm!

Part of the 3rd annual South Beach Comedy Festival January 16 - 19! Tickets still available for Kathy Griffin's early show January 16 at 8pm. For a complete schedule and list of comedians, visit www.southbeachcomedyfestival.com

Save the date for the Fifth Annual "Eve Party", December 24, 2007, at the Catalina Hotel (3 Hotels and rooftop), www.theeveparty.com. Premium open bar all night. You can purchase tickets in advance for $40.00. (more information to follow)

Also, tickets for our annual New Year's party will be ready soon. Our party is at the Raleigh Hotel. Check out the invite at www.raleighhotel.com/new-years-miami-blank.html. If you are interested, please let us know by sending an email to rsvp@ajaxent.com

You are invited to the Mandarin Hotel this Friday, December 14, 2007 for Barefoot at the Oasis Basel Style. Check-in your shoes at the door and relax, unwind and walk barefoot on the powdery sand. You must rsvp to rsvp@iheartsupermarket.com. To book a beach bed, please call 305.913.8358. Click on the invite below for more information.

You are also invited this Saturday night, December 15, 2007, Social Miami at Sagamore Hotel does Basel. You must rsvp to socialmiamirsvp@chinagrillmgt.com

What: ME -- Miami’s most exclusive personal training facility -- celebrates its Grand Opening with a VIP cocktail reception. ME features state-of-the-art strength training, cardiovascular and flexibility equipment under a 2,300 square foot roof and is designed to provide its clients with the tools necessary to achieve their personal fitness goals. ME’s trainers create highly focused training programs for its elite members, who hail from the worlds of entertainment, music, modeling, sports, business and the world’s most chic social sets. From its welcoming Jonathan-Adler inspired reception area, to its designer locker rooms featuring Philippe Starck fixtures, ME offers its members the most luxurious environment to transform their bodies while relaxing their minds.

SPONSORED LISTING SHOPNinaSegal.comWhat: Fred Segal’s jewelry boutique just launched an online outpost.Why: This unique collection of designer pieces ranges from modern to classic to whimsical at prices for all budgets.When: You want to make an entrance.Where: Online at NinaSegal.com.

Pamela Koob, Curator of the Permanent Collection of The Art Students League of New York, will speak at the Storer Auditorium, UM School of Business (just a short walk from the Lowe) at 7 p.m. (free and open to the public). Back to the Lowe Art Museum for a preview of the exhibition and reception from 8 to 10 p.m. featuring music by dei7, light fare and cocktails courtesy of Bacardi. The exhibitions are "Art Students League of New York: Highlights from the Permanent Collection" - 75 works that reflect the art movements of the last 125 years - and "Afro-Cuba Works on Paper, 1968-2003," featuring 26 artists from Havana and Santiago de Cuba that represent a cross-section of Cuban society. Admission to the reception is free for Lowe members; $10 for non-members; $5 for students. Pictured: Manuel Mendive (b. 1944); 1 de la serie Orichas, 2002, Screenprint; courtesy of the Taller De Serigrafia René Portocarrero, Havana.

Lowe Art Museum at UM1301 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables305-284-3535

George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker"Friday – SundayDecember 14 – 16

Sugar Plum Fairies and Candy Canes dance on a holiday stage beneath a beautifully decorated Christmas tree that grows from 12 to 30 feet right before your eyes. Miami City Ballet's spectacular production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker, a holiday classic, features a cast of more than 100 dancers, glorious sets and costumes, magical special effects, and Tchaikovsky's beautiful music. Performances are Fri at 7:30 p.m. and Sat and Sun at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and tickets range from $19.75 to $63. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster. MCB performs The Nutcracker at Broward Center December 21 - 23.

PlayGround Theatre presents an interactive introduction to the inner-workings of theatre production. Learn about sets, lights, costumes, choreography, music, rehearsals - all the elements that make up a show. This workshop features "The Steadfast Tin Soldier," Hans Christian Andersen's original toy story. The workshop is limited to 30 persons. Snacks are served, and enrollment includes 2 tickets for the performance of your choice. The cost of the workshop is $70 p/p. The Steadfast Tin Soldier will be performed through December 23. Tickets for the show are $15.

Here's a timely workshop for adults and children alike. ArtCenter/South Florida is hosting this holiday-themed workshop in the Print Lab (Studio 103) where you'll learn how to use fun techniques to make your own holiday wrapping paper. Methods for printing, stamping, cutting and pasting wrapping paper and gift tags will be demonstrated. All supplies are included, and holiday refreshments will be served. Workshop cost is $15 for members and $25 for non-members. Children are welcome; the first child is free and each additional child is $5.

Join fellow art lovers this Saturday and every 3rd Saturday of the month ArtWalk in Historic Downtown Hollywood. Enjoy art, music, hors d'oeuvres and wine as you stroll through downtown and visit galleries & shops along the way. Pick up a map at Comfort Zone Studio to guide you to participating galleries & shops. On-street parking is available on Harrison Street, Hollywood Boulevard and 21st Avenue, and garage parking is located at Van Buren & 20th Avenue.

New World Symphony, America's Orchestral Academy, presents The Fantastic Symphony. From Bizet's sultry temptations to Berlioz's lovelorn dreams, this French program brings a healthy serving of passion to your holiday season. "Carmen's" famous melodies will seduce you with their Spanish charm. Michael Tilson Thomas leads the celebrated sister piano duo Katia and Marielle Labèque in Poulenc's saucy, bluesy and sometimes racy romp through 1930s Paris. Berlioz's "Symphonie Fantastique" tells the story of the composer's unrequited love, one that devolves into a delightfully wicked celebration. Performed in the Knight Concert Hall, ticket costs are: $150, $99, $75, $50, $35.

Featuring a delightful cast of Cano's life-size marionettes and rod puppets composed of found objects, "Viva Vaudeville" is inspired by popular theater performers of the early 1900s. The set recalls a sumptuous theater resplendent with a gold-fringed, red velvet curtain, and a glittering backdrop. The score mixes a selection from the artists' collection of recordings of popular songs of the 1920s and two original compositions performed by a live band. But best of all are the colorful performers: Busty Galore, Lady Mandolin, Lucifer Red Diablo, Kiki She Devil and others. Performances are 1 and 3 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $10 for MOCA members, North Miami residents and employees; $15 for non-members; $3 for children under 12. Seating is limited so advance reservations and payment are required.

Miami Modern and Frank Sinatra were the embodiment of cool in the 60's when Sinatra and his Rat-Pack entourage filled the house at major hotels and clubs on Miami Beach. In "Tony Rome," Sinatra plays the wise-cracking, gambling Miami ex-con turned private eye as the film shows the seedy side of Miami along with the glitz. Jill St. John costars. "Tony Rome," 1967 (110 minutes). The film is free with admission to the Bass Museum of Art. Don't miss the current exhibition, "Promises of Paradise: Staging Mid-Century Miami."

Bass Museum of Art2121 Park Avenue, Miami Beach305-673-7530

Brazilian Voices' Winter ConcertSundayDecember 16 at 7 p.m.

Tradition is a token of the holiday season, and Brazilian Voices is keeping theirs by staging another warm and colorful concert. They will perform several songs from their Holiday CD that mixes Bossa Nova and samba notes with traditional holiday tunes. Joining the group for the very first time, the official "Brazilian Voices Kids" will perform seasonal favorites. This new addition to the already multi-talented and culturally rich ensemble is another example of a group's determination that through music and cultural exchange every day is a reason for celebration. Embrace the spirit of the season by bringing a contribution of clothes and shoes for kids ages 5 through 13 which will be distributed at an orphanage in Rio de Janeiro. Tickets are $20.

Vernissage of Mapping the DigitalTuesdayDecember 18 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Open Doors, a furniture and furnishings boutique, celebrates its Grand Opening in with an exhibition of 15 works by Reese Inman. Meet the artist, browse the new showroom and enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres sponsored by Wine 69 and Moonchine Asian Bistro. Inman's approach to her work combines the hands-off exactitude of computer programming with hands-on disciplines of drawing and painting, merging technological precision with the irregularities of the human hand. RSVP please.

Open Doors7300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami305-751-1023

Moz / Zakharov Art ExhibitionDecember 20 – 31

Finding inspiration from the art of Andy Warhol, images from old movies, 1960's icons and pin-up models, the French artist MOZ paints flawlessly beautiful people. Using wit and humor, his figures are juxtaposed with typography from instructional booklets and warning messages. Alexandre G. Zakharov's work is guided by an innate passion to create paintings and sculptures in an engaging almost primitive style. See the distinctive and exciting work of these contemporary artists through December 31. Opera Gallery is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.

Miami Beach is about to welcome SPIEGELWORLD, its newest and most colorful tourist destination. You'll see it going up at Collins Park - the elaborate 350-seat Spiegeltent, an opulent venue of canvas, cut glass, teak, mirrors and billowing velvet and brocade. Beginning December 20 it will be the home of "Absinthe," a sultry circus that mixes skill, erotic innuendo and zaniness into a spectacle that will make you gasp. Add to this onsite dining at The Raleigh Oasis Restaurant and after-show dancing under the stars. And January 4 the Gazillionaire's Late Nite Lounge debuts, plus an incredible line-up of acts from around the world, DJ dance parties, and more!